Hi friends! Happy December! I hope everyone had an eventful Thanksgiving.
So, in my last post I mentioned that I wasn't getting sick. However, now that's changed. I've been on bed rest for the past 4 days (when I was a child I thought it would be fun because there's TV to occupy you..wrong) my head feels like it's either going to explode or someone dropped a brick on it, my tonsils were the size of golf balls so I only had a dime size hole to breath through, my whole body is aching, I waddle like a penguin when I walk because my head is spinning if I get up and my fever has risen and stayed at the temp 104. I also think there is something creepy going on in this house, especially when I'm home alone. Oh, and food tastes a little different. Like, I had bread that tasted like Mac-N-Cheese...weird.
Anyways, on the bright side, I went to the ER three days ago and they gave me an IV of heavy pain killer, special water and an antibiotic. I'm also on a prolonged dose of antibiotics and the Dr. prescribed me a very heavy pain killer. I thought this trip was successful because the Dr. really helped diagnose and treat my illness. He didn't just hand me a script for a steroid (which he informed me lowers my immune system although they shrink my tonsils). He ordered a culture which was tested against multiple strains of antibiotics to see which one fit me best, but, most of all was the form of treatment he's given me. It should eliminate all bacteria. The Dr. told me that I have so much scar tissue which is why my tonsils get so inflamed. Prescribing me a steroid would not allow the antibiotic to really penetrate the scar tissue where so much bacteria hides and waits for the next round of germs too pass through. I'm starting to gain back my health.
Other than being sick, the past couple of months have been busy. I have a new pet, I started a new job (I think a better job), I've made a couple new friends and visited some old. Here's a look:
1. Colonial Williamsburg
Josh and I decided to take a day trip up to Williamsburg. I met his grandfather for the first time, he's a actually really cool, and I had the wonderful opportunity to experiencing the colonial charm of Williamsburg.
So, in my last post I mentioned that I wasn't getting sick. However, now that's changed. I've been on bed rest for the past 4 days (when I was a child I thought it would be fun because there's TV to occupy you..wrong) my head feels like it's either going to explode or someone dropped a brick on it, my tonsils were the size of golf balls so I only had a dime size hole to breath through, my whole body is aching, I waddle like a penguin when I walk because my head is spinning if I get up and my fever has risen and stayed at the temp 104. I also think there is something creepy going on in this house, especially when I'm home alone. Oh, and food tastes a little different. Like, I had bread that tasted like Mac-N-Cheese...weird.
Anyways, on the bright side, I went to the ER three days ago and they gave me an IV of heavy pain killer, special water and an antibiotic. I'm also on a prolonged dose of antibiotics and the Dr. prescribed me a very heavy pain killer. I thought this trip was successful because the Dr. really helped diagnose and treat my illness. He didn't just hand me a script for a steroid (which he informed me lowers my immune system although they shrink my tonsils). He ordered a culture which was tested against multiple strains of antibiotics to see which one fit me best, but, most of all was the form of treatment he's given me. It should eliminate all bacteria. The Dr. told me that I have so much scar tissue which is why my tonsils get so inflamed. Prescribing me a steroid would not allow the antibiotic to really penetrate the scar tissue where so much bacteria hides and waits for the next round of germs too pass through. I'm starting to gain back my health.
Other than being sick, the past couple of months have been busy. I have a new pet, I started a new job (I think a better job), I've made a couple new friends and visited some old. Here's a look:
1. Colonial Williamsburg
Josh and I decided to take a day trip up to Williamsburg. I met his grandfather for the first time, he's a actually really cool, and I had the wonderful opportunity to experiencing the colonial charm of Williamsburg.
A tree that presented a photo-op.
Here's Ben Franklin, in the flesh! When I first recognized Mr. Franklin, I had a total brain fart and asked if he was James Madison (completely horrifying), however, hopefully I made it up to him when I asked about a slightly insignificant, little-known fact about his childhood.
The Governor's Mansion.
2. Pumpkin Picking!
Since Autumn seems to bloom here, on the East Coast, I decided that I really wanted to go pumpkin hunting this year. Josh and I visited two really neat pumpkin patches.
The first was Liberty Mills Farms were there was a corn maze. Josh and I made it through once, however, he wanted to go through a second time. I stayed behind and talked with the farmer a bit. He was a cool guy.
This picture highlights Josh's stubby little legs. I think they are the cutest.
The second farm we discovered was a huge pumpkin patch. There were some delicious food trucks and a little petting zoo to check out. A couple hours after we bought some pumpkins, I carved a few and decorated our front porch.
3. Halloween
This year I didn't really do anything special for Halloween. Josh and I went to a "haunted house" and checked out Spirit Halloween but other than that, we didn't go out and we don't have cable so there wasn't any AMC Fear Fest spook out this year.
However, I now own a Ouija board and if I don't use it before next Halloween, I guess that's what I can do this coming year.
This was a fun costume that I found at Spirit Halloween.
The haunted house/ spook forest was pretty weak. I felt there were alot missing. For example, towards the end of the maze, there was a tunnel that was pitch black. I couldn't see anything in front of me. No one attempted to surprise you. Perfect opportunity.
Josh and I attempted to get a free ferry ride on the James River, however, since it was free, boat loads of people showed up. Instead we went bowling!
4. New Pet
This is the new addition, her name is Stellaluna. She's a leopard gecko. So far she loves to avoid me. She eats crickets and worms. The first night I had her, she was a huntress and ate about 10 crickets. Sometimes when I watch her eating, she harass' her prey. She'll only actually go in for it if they're fighting back or wriggling around. I think it's interesting.
5. Exploring Richmond
Josh and I have been staying close to home lately. There are a ton of things to do in Richmond, you just have to look.
Cute little antique shop. I've really been lovin' monkeys lately.
This is my favorite store in Carytown. Full of vintage clothing and retro inspired outfits, as well.
Josh and I attended the showing of "Sausage Party" at the Byrd Theater one Saturday night. It was literally straight out of "Phantom of the Opera". There was an organ performance that helped make my little fantasy feel just a little more real.
Josh and I have attended a couple of concerts recently. The first was Ingrid Michaelson and the second was The Young and Famous. Both were at the National, which is another gorgeously decorated theater in Richmond.
This was a night out with Josh and his friends from work. We ate at Lady N'awlins in Carytown and then we attended a social club.
The last thing Josh and I have done recently is, attend my work holiday party. We missed the social and meal portion but made it for the Tacky Lights Tour. It was a simple but fun thing to do after a week of bed rest and feeling like I've been run over by a truck.
